Troubleshooting 2-D Electrophoresis Gels with 2-D Doctor™

The 2-D Doctor is a self-help guide developed by Bio-Rad that enables you to identify and troubleshoot your 2-D gel issues. Comprehensive solutions and suggestions are provided to help solve 2-D gel electrophoresis challenges.

First Dimension Electrophoresis — the first dimension of 2-D electrophoresis is separation based on a protein's isoelectric point. Bio-Rad's IPG strips offer many pH gradient options and strict quality control. The award-winning PROTEAN® i12™ IEF system gives you the flexibility to run multiple pH gradients, protocols, and samples simultaneously.

Visit the 2-D Doctor™ page, which is a valuable 2-D self-help guide that enables you to identify and troubleshoot your 2-D gel issues. Comprehensive solutions and suggestions are provided to help solve 2-D gel electrophoresis challenges

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